Steering Angle

2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Steering Angle
  1. Adjust the steering angle of both inner and outer wheels.
    1. Loosen the steering tie-rod lock nut (a), and rotate the tie-rod.
      Fig 1: Loosening Steering Tie-Rod Lock Nut
      G10314582Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Turn the tie-rod to adjust the steering angle of both inner and outer wheels.
    3. Tighten the steering tie-rod lock nut (a).

      Tightening torque:Β 

      85 N.m (8.7 kgf-m, 62.7 ft-lb)Β 

      NOTE: Check and correct the tie-rod boot if twisted.
  2. Check the toe-in. < Ref. to STEERING ANGLEΒ , INSPECTION, Wheel Alignment. >
RENDER: 1.0x

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